Job Details

Research Lab Tech C

Primary role is the technical processing of biospecimens and DNA isolations in the Penn Medicine BioBank. Biospecimens will include blood, tissue, and bodily fluids. Sample handling encompasses blood separation and advanced cell gradient and tissue culture. DNA isolations includes both automated and manual systems and all supporting aspects of DNA isolations. Under supervision of Technical Director and Lab Manager, maintain strict adherence to SOPs, QC and QA policies consistent with study guidelines as well as ISBER Best Practices. Facilitate all aspects of sample inventory and distribution. Provide special handling and processing of unusual specimens. Additional responsibilities include freezer monitoring and rotating on-call freezer response, shipping biological specimens, record keeping, equipment maintenance/calibration, and safety compliance in the lab. Candidates must have good communication skills.

Applicant must be detail-oriented and able to work independently. Must possess ability to interact easily with clinical and research staff. Must possess superb time management skills; be well organized and highly motivated. Ability to communicate clearly, work with varying personalities, and manage multiple projects and duties at one time preferred. Knowledge of PC applications and experience in database entry preferred. Physical requirements include frequent walking, bending, lifting of supplies and equipment (20-40 pound load), and manual dexterity to select small vials from frozen storage locations.

Position is contingent upon funding.

Cover letter and resume required with application.

Job Responsibilities:

• DNA isolation – manual and automated
• Blood aliquotting and processing derivatives
• Bodily fluid and tissue processing
• Facilitate all aspects of sample inventory and distribution
• Freezer monitoring and rotating on-call freezer response, general lab maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Targeted Pay Range: $20/hr

Job Location - City, State: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School: Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range: $19.57 - $20.00 Hourly Rate

Equal Opportunity Statement: The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits:

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition
• Retirement
• Time Away from Work
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Wellness and Work-life Resources
• Professional and Personal Development
• University Resources
• Discounts and Special Services
• Flexible Work Hours
• Penn Home Ownership Services
• Adoption Assistance